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fromA Philosopher's Blog
1 month ago

Winning an Argument

Philosophical arguments require sound premises and logical reasoning, focusing on understanding rather than defeating opponents.
fromA Philosopher's Blog
1 month ago

Appeal to Tradition I: Family of Fallacies

The appeal to tradition is a fallacy often used to defend outdated beliefs and practices.
Addressing the appeal to tradition can help in recognizing and countering flawed arguments.
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fromBig Think
2 months ago

Daniel Dennett's 4 rules for a good debate

Straw man arguments misrepresent opposing views, poisoning debates instead of fostering productive dialogue.
fromA Philosopher's Blog
4 months ago

The Logic of Conspiracy Theories IV: Best Explanation

This reasoning can be seen as a version of the argument by elimination. This argument has two basic forms.
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fromA Philosopher's Blog
4 months ago

The Logic of Conspiracy Theories III: Argument by Example

In assessing conspiracy theories, it is crucial to understand that an argument by example can lend both credibility and support, but reasoning must be scrutinized to avoid fallacies.
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fromThe Local France
4 months ago

French Expression of the Day: N'importe quoi

N'importe quoi is a versatile expression in French meaning 'no matter what' but can also imply 'nonsense' or 'rubbish' in arguments.
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fromPsychology Today
5 months ago

Culture Clash: Debate and Emotional Expression

Cultural interpretations of argumentation and emotional expression differ widely across various societies.
fromApaonline
5 months ago

Logic and Critical Thinking, Matthew Lampert

The decision to use a simplified version of SD is foundational, as it helps students focus on formal logic before abstracting it towards common reasoning.
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fromDefector
8 months ago

How To Be Sure You Are Reading Some Dumb Bullshit | Defector

The phrase 'to be sure' reveals an author's awareness of weak arguments, often indicating the writer's struggle between advocating a position and acknowledging its flaws.
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